Environmental Roles and Responsibilities All members of staff have a responsibility for their actions and the following impact on the companies identified environmental risks. All staff have responsibilities to consider the environmental impact of the company, cooperate in the improvement programmes and maximise recycling and minimise the use of energy and other resources. Specific responsibilities have been assigned to certain key individuals within the Organisation for ensuring that the Management System operates effectively. The main system responsibilities have been assigned as follows:- Managing Director Tony Killeen (or nominated Director) The Managing Director is responsible for the overall arrangements and for ensuring that the company s operations are executed at all times in such a manner as to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the reduction of the environmental impact of the business. In particular the Managing Director will: Ensure there is an effective environmental policy and that all employees, contractors and temporary workers are made aware of their individual responsibility. To appoint a Director responsible for the monitoring of the business Environmental responsibility. To ensure that all Directors and Managers understand and fulfil their responsibilities with regard to monitoring of the business Environmental responsibility. Arrange for funds and facilities to meet the requirements of company policy and legislation. Make provision for adequate and appropriate training to be given to all employees. To ensure that notification and reporting procedures to the relevant statutory authorities are carried out. Director Have the responsibility to: Provide Environmental direction and focus as applicable to the company s business Ensure that adequate resources of personnel and equipment are provided in a safe and secure working environment, to achieve business and environmental objectives whilst minimising the impact on the environment Ensure periodical internal audits of environmental management in their areas of responsibility are carried out. Conduct management reviews of Environmental Responsibility in line with requirements set out in the BMS system and identify any required remedial actions or actions to improve the performance of the system Review staff roles and responsibilities and personal development needs in respect of Environmental Responsibility. Heads of Service Each Head of Service is responsible for the environmental impact of his actions and that of all personnel under their authority, including others who may be affected by the company s activities. In particular they will: Understand and implement the company environmental policy
Appreciate the responsibilities of personnel under their authority and ensure that each employee knows their Ensure that all new employees in the company are provided with a copy of the policy statement, receive such induction training as may be laid down in procedures and understand their impact on the environment Set a personal example for environmental responsibility The Head of Facilities In addition to the Heads of Service responsibilities, the Head of Facilities has the additional responsibility to: The Head of Facilities is responsible for his personal safety and that of all personnel under his authority, including others who may be affected by the company s activities. Ensure accident, incident and safety concern reporting procedures are understood and implemented. Assist with investigations where appropriate Reprimand any employee for failing to discharge their environmental responsibilities. Act as Line Manager for the Company Health, Safety and Environment Adviser and Trainer. Ensure existing and new processes/procedures are developed in line with ISO14001/27001/OHSAS18001 & company requirements via the management review meetings Ensure staff are developed to apply the processes/procedures appropriate to their own responsibilities Consult with staff where problems with operation of any process/procedure are identified along with appropriate action required. Ensure external assessor/awarding body audits are arranged and clarify requirements and respond to internal or external audit requirements. Set a personal example for environmental responsibility. Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Advisor and Trainer The primary role of the HSE is to advise the Directors and Managers on all safety, health, welfare and Environment matters to ensure the Company complies with its statutory obligations. The HSE is designated responsibility by the Director responsible for environment to control and update relevant environmental documentation and to ensure that all Departments operate to the procedures and instructions contained there:- In particular the HSE will: Have overall responsibility for ensuring that the records and record management system used within allpay are included in the environmental management system and that the procedures are followed at all times. Have overall responsibility for ensuring that the environmental Management System is regularly audited and that any non-conformances are reviewed by senior management and that corrective actions are taken. Keep up to date with changes in current legislation and to bring to the attention of the Director responsible for environment any relevant new legislation. Attend such courses/seminars run by external sources to enable accurate interpretation of legislation to enable implementation within the organisation. Immediately contact the Head of Facilities or Director responsible for environment if situations are found, that in the opinion of the HSE, require immediate rectification or the stopping of any operation.
Managers Managers are responsible for: Ensuring that all staff under their control are fully aware of their requirements and responsibilities under allpay s Environmental Policy. Ensuring that all employees under their control are trained and competent to carry out their work in a environmentally friendly manner; are fully aware of known hazards and risks to the environment, and that the necessary precautions in place. Ensuring that all waste control and recycling guidelines are followed and that the use of energy and resources are kept to a minimum Ensuring that individuals clean as they go and good housekeeping is maintained at all times. Ensuring that any defects concerning environment are rectified without delay. Appraise, assess, discuss and action environmental matters with relevant personnel. Ensuring effective liaison with all departments on the operation and development of environmental management and control within allpay. Assistant Managers / Co-ordinators / Team Leaders Whilst the Director and Managers are available to advice on matters regarding Environmental responsibility, this does not in any way detract from the Supervisor s primary Environmental responsibility within their section or department and ongoing environmental management. Therefore, the Supervisor is responsible for:- Ensuring that all staff under their control are fully aware of their requirements and responsibilities under the Company s Environmental Policy. Undertaking environmental Inspections, therefore ensuring that all necessary preventive and/or corrective measures are being implemented. Ensuring that all employees under their control are trained and competent to carry out their work in a safe manner; are fully aware of known hazards and risks to health & safety and the environment, and that the necessary precautions in place. Ensuring that all waste control and recycling guidelines are followed and that the use of energy and resources are kept to a minimum Ensuring that any instructions given to employees take full account of the employee(s) individual capabilities and their environmental responsibilities. Ensuring that adequate supervision is available at all times, particularly where young or inexperienced workers are concerned. Ensuring that individuals clean as they go and good housekeeping is maintained at all times. Appraise, assess, discuss and action environmental matters with relevant personnel. Employees Responsibilities In accordance with Allpay s Environmental Policy, all employees have an individual responsibility and duty for the following:- Making themselves familiar with, and conforming with, allpay s environmental policies at all times.